According to the Cambridge News, however, the Friends of Ditton Meadow group oppose the bridge, claiming it is unnecessary and will spoil the area’s green space.

Cllr Ian Manning, who represents East Chesterton on the county council, told the News: “We need to make it as easy as possible to get from A to B in Cambridge, without having to rely on private cars: this new bridge will provide a vital link from the Newmarket Road area to the new station, and crucially will lessen the chances of East Chesterton being clogged up with commuter parking.

“This will be a pedestrian and cycle bridge, and is especially vital for less mobile residents, for whom getting to the new station via the Green Dragon bridge could add significantly to their journey to the station.”

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